Ingredients
16ozrustic loaf
3clovesgarlic,peeled and left whole
3ripe medium tomatoes,cut in half
kosher salt,to taste
freshly cracked black pepper
4tspextra virgin olive oil
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Place bread on a baking sheet and place in the oven to lightly toast for about 5 minutes, or until slightly crisp on top and barely golden; remove from the oven.
While still hot, lightly rub the garlic cloves over the surface.
Then rub the tomato halves over the tops of the toasted bread.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil; serve immediately while still warm.